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Freezer Compartment Light  

1.

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.

Remove the light shield (on some models).

Top of the freezer compartment - Slide the light shield 

toward the back of the compartment to release it from the 

light assembly. 

3.

Remove the light bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb of

the same size and shape.

To replace an LED light bulb in the freezer compartment, 

order part number W10565137 (3.6 watts).

 

NOTE:

 Some LED replacement bulbs are not 

recommended for wet/damp environments. The 

refrigerator and freezer compartments are considered to 

be wet/damp environments. If using a brand of LED bulb 

other than the recommended LED bulb, before 

installation, read and follow all instructions on the LED 

packaging. 

If an incandescent bulb is used to replace an LED bulb, 

use only incandescent bulbs for household appliances 

with a maximum of 25 watts. 

4.

Replace the light shield.

5.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

Vacation and Moving Care

 

 

 

Vacations

If You Choose to Leave the Refrigerator On While You’re 

Away: 

1.

Use up any perishables and freeze other items.

2.

If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker  and is

connected to the household water supply, turn off the water

supply to the refrigerator. Property damage can occur if the

water supply is not turned off.

3.

If you have an automatic ice maker, turn off the ice maker.

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4.

Empty the ice bin.

If You Choose to Turn Off the Refrigerator Before You 

Leave:

1.

Remove all food from the refrigerator.

2.

If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day 

ahead of time.
When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut-off arm 

to the Off (up) position.

3.

Turn off the Temperature controls. See “Using the Controls.”

4.

Clean refrigerator, wipe it, and dry well.

5.

Tape rubber or wood blocks to the tops of both doors to prop

them open far enough for air to get in. This stops odor and

mold from building up.

Moving

When you are moving your refrigerator to a new home, follow 

these steps to prepare it for the move.

1.

If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker:

Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day 

ahead of time.
Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator.
When the last load of ice drops, raise the wire shut-off arm 

to the Off (up) position.

2.

Remove all food from the refrigerator and pack all frozen food

in dry ice.

3.

Empty the ice bin.

4.

Turn off the Temperature controls. See “Using the Controls.”

5.

Unplug refrigerator.

6.

Clean, wipe, and dry thoroughly.

7.

Take out all removable parts, wrap them well, and tape them

together so they don’t shift and rattle during the move.

8.

Depending on the model, raise the front of the refrigerator so it

rolls more easily OR raise the leveling screws so they don't

scrape the floor. See “Adjust the Door(s)” or “Door Closing

and Door Alignment.”

9.

Tape the doors closed and tape the power cord to the back of

the refrigerator.

When you get to your new home, put everything back and refer to 

the “Installation Instructions” section for preparation instructions. 

Also, if your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker, remember to 

reconnect the water supply to the refrigerator.

NOTE:

 Applies to some models.

IMPORTANT:

 The light bulbs in both the refrigerator and freezer 

compartments of your new refrigerator use LED technology. If the

lights do not illuminate when the refrigerator and/or freezer door is

opened, call for assistance or service.

1.

Unplug refrigerator or disconnect power.

2.

Remove the light bulb and replace it with an appliance bulb

of the same size and shape.

3.

Plug in refrigerator or reconnect power.

To replace the LED bulb with an LED bulb, order part 

number W10716219 (4 watts).

NOTE:

 Some LED replacement bulbs are not 

recommended for wet/damp environments. The 

refrigerator and freezer compartments are considered to 

be wet/damp environments. If using a brand of LED bulb 

other than the recommended LED bulb, before 

installation, read and follow all instructions on the LED 

packaging.
To replace an LED bulb with an incandescent bulb, use 

only incandescent bulbs for household appliances with 

a maximum of 60 watts. 

Refrigerator Compartment Light

The refrigerator light bulb is located behind the control.

Summary of Contents for MRT118FFFH01

Page 1: ...or Rails 14 Door Bins 14 Utility Compartment 14 Ice Maker 15 REFRIGERATOR CARE 15 Cleaning 15 Changing the Light Bulb 16 Vacation and Moving Care 16 TROUBLESHOOTING 17 Refrigerator Operation 17 Temperature and Moisture 18 Ice and Water 18 ACCESSORIES 18 WARRANTY 19 BRAND BADGE PLACEMENT TEMPLATE BACK COVER SÉCURITÉ DU RÉFRIGÉRATEUR 20 Mise au rebut appropriée de votre vieux réfrigérateur 21 INSTRU...

Page 2: ...cause birth defects or other reproductive harm IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electric shock or injury when using your refrigerator follow these basic precautions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Disconnect power before servicing Replace all parts and panels be...

Page 3: ...u Throw Away Your Old Refrigerator or Freezer Take off the doors Leave the shelves in place so that children may not easily climb inside WARNING Suffocation Hazard Remove doors from your old refrigerator Failure to do so can result in death or brain damage Important information to know about disposal of refrigerants Dispose of refrigerator in accordance with Federal and Local regulations Refrigera...

Page 4: ... cooling off or turn the control Thermostat Refrigerator or Freezer control depending on the model to OFF and then disconnect the refrigerator from the electrical source When you are finished reconnect the refrigerator to the electrical source and turn cooling on or reset the control Thermostat Refrigerator or Freezer control depending on the model to the desired setting See Using the Controls in ...

Page 5: ...off valve to the cold water pipe with the pipe clamp Be sure the outlet end is solidly in the drilled hole in the water pipe and that the washer is under the pipe clamp Tighten the packing nut Tighten the pipe clamp screws slowly and evenly so washer makes a watertight seal Do not overtighten or you may crush the copper tubing 7 Slip the compression sleeve and compression nut on the copper tubing ...

Page 6: ...e and set it aside 4 Remove the washer from the top of the center hinge pin 5 Using a hex head socket wrench and an open end wrench remove the three screws from the center hinge and remove the hinge Set aside 6 Remove the washer from the bottom of the center hinge pin 7 Lift the refrigerator door from the bottom hinge and set aside 8 Using a hex head socket wrench remove the four hex head hinge sc...

Page 7: ...p from the bottom of the freezer door 6 Move the door stop to the opposite side making sure that the hole in the door stop plate is aligned perfectly with the hole for the center hinge pin 7 Using the screw removed earlier fasten the door stop to the bottom of the freezer door 8 Place the handle on the shoulder screw and push the handle toward the door until the mounting base is flush against the ...

Page 8: ...inge so that it will be between the hinge and the cabinet making sure the holes are aligned 3 Fasten the top hinge to the opposite side of the cabinet inserting the screws only halfway so you will be able to replace and align the freezer door later Replace Doors and Hinges IMPORTANT Provide additional support for the doors while the hinges are being moved Do not depend on the door magnets to hold ...

Page 9: ...t the controls See Using the Controls 3 Return all removable door parts to doors and food to refrigerator Style 1 Contour Door Door Swing Reversal optional 4 1 2 A Door Hinge Hole Plug 3 A A Door Stop B Door Stop Screw A Removal of Door Stops B A Cabinet Hinge Hole Plugs A Door Removal Replacement 5 A Door Stop B Door Stop Screw B A Reinstallation of Door Stops Center Hinge Top Hinge 1 1 A 5 16 He...

Page 10: ...op Hinge B C A Top Hinge Cover A A Door Handle Hole Cap 7 1 1 A 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws Dome Caps and Dome Cap Washers A Center Hinge B 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws A Center Hinge A B A Bottom Hinge Bottom Hinge B Washer C 5 16 Hex Head Hinge Screws A B C A Door Stop Screw B Door Stop B A 5 Side View Front View A Flat Head Handle Screw B Setscrew 6 A A Shoulder Screw B Setscrew C Flat Head Handle...

Page 11: ...y remove the template Adjust the Doors IMPORTANT Your refrigerator complies with American Disabilities Act ADA guidelines Door Closing Your refrigerator has two front adjustable levelers one on the right and one on the left If your refrigerator seems unsteady or you want the doors to close easier adjust the refrigerator s tilt using the following instructions 1 Turn the leveler to lower or raise t...

Page 12: ...ing from left to right the LED in the first position is the least cold The LEDs indicate increasingly colder settings as you continue to the right until all four LEDs are illuminated NOTE For the first to fourth setting only one LED of the four LEDs will be lit All four LEDs will be lit when you have reached the coldest setting Additional Feature PowerCold Feature The PowerCold feature sets the fr...

Page 13: ...asts 3 5 days Cured meats 7 10 days Leftovers Cover leftovers with plastic wrap aluminum foil or plastic containers with tight lids Crisper Crisper Drawers To remove and replace the crisper drawer 1 Slide the crisper drawer straight out to the stop Lift the front and slide the drawer out the rest of the way 2 Replace the drawer by sliding the drawer in fully past the stop Crisper Cover To remove a...

Page 14: ...k a freezer guide or reliable cookbook DOOR FEATURES Your model may have some or all of these features Door Rails The door rails may be removed for easier cleaning To remove and replace the rails 1 Depending on your model remove the rails by pushing in slightly on the front of the bracket while pulling out on the inside tab Repeat these steps for the other end 2 Replace the rails by aligning the e...

Page 15: ...sections about once a month to avoid buildup of odors Wipe up spills immediately IMPORTANT Because air circulates between both sections any odors formed in one section will transfer to the other You must thoroughly clean both sections to eliminate odors To avoid odor transfer and drying out of food wrap or cover foods tightly For stainless steel models stainless steel is corrosion resistant and no...

Page 16: ...n you are moving your refrigerator to a new home follow these steps to prepare it for the move 1 If your refrigerator has an automatic ice maker Turn off the water supply to the ice maker at least one day ahead of time Disconnect the water line from the back of the refrigerator When the last load of ice drops raise the wire shut off arm to the Off up position 2 Remove all food from the refrigerato...

Page 17: ...r if the room is warm a large food load is added the door is opened often or if the door has been left open The refrigerator seems noisy Refrigerator noise has been reduced over the years Due to this reduction you may hear intermittent noises from your new refrigerator that you did not notice from your old model Below are listed some normal sounds with explanations Buzzing heard when the water val...

Page 18: ...rm Remove ice from the ejector arm with a plastic utensil Reverse osmosis water filtration system connected to your cold water supply This can decrease water pressure See Water Supply Requirements The ice cubes are hollow or small NOTE This is an indication of low water pressure Water shut off valve not fully open Turn the water shut off valve fully open Kink in the water source line A kink in the...

Page 19: ...perator or installation instructions 2 In home Instruction on how to use your product 3 Service to correct improper product maintenance or installation installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes or correction of household electrical or plumbing i e house wiring fuses or water inlet hoses 4 Consumable parts i e light bulbs batteries air or water filters preservation solutions ...

Page 20: ...oor Aligner avec le sommet de la porte Standard Door Porte Standard Align with side of the door Aligner avec le côté de la porte Ideal position of hole shown as suggestion Position idéale du trou suggérée 4 12 5 cm 4 10 6 cm ...

Page 21: ...W10885251B 2016 Used under license in Canada All rights reserved Utilisé sous licence au Canada Tous droits réservés 06 16 ...

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